India, Jan. 24 -- French luxury has always transcended mere objects to shape experiences, aspirations, and culture itself. Its story began in the seventeenth century, when King Louis XIV elevated craftsmanship to a matter of national pride, turning artisans' skills into symbols of influence, refinement, and identity.

This ambition found concrete expression in the creation of royal manufactories, such as Manufacture des Gobelins, Manufacture de Sevres, and what would later become Mobilier national, which stand as a uniquely French model combining the preservation of savoir-faire with the active support of contemporary creation and international outreach. This commitment to excellence, and meticulous attention to detail laid the foundation...